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		<title>H5n1 &#8211; The Bird Flu Pandemic Threat</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 03:46:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ What is Avian Bird Flu? Bird Flu is nothing new There are actually many different kinds of bird flu caused by any one of the 20 strains of influenza virus mostly affecting chickens, ducks, turkeys, and other birds The type of avian influenza which has scientists worried and reported recently in the news is called "H5N1" Scientists have discovered that the H5N1 bird flu virus originated from a farm in Scotland in 1959 40 years later, the virus has become highly pathogenic (highly infectious) among birds and in recent years has made steady progress in infecting humans Bird flu H5N1 is transmitted by contact with the saliva, nasal secretions and feces of infected birds, making it very easy for other birds to become infected One of the concerns with this is that migratory birds can become infected and thus making it easy for it to spread all around the world The first report of human infection occurred in Hong Kong in 1997 Outbreaks have occurred among poultry in 8 Asian countries from late 2003 - 2004 More than 100 million birds either died from the disease or were killed to prevent further spread In March 2004, it was believed that the problem was under control It wasn't Just a few months later in June, new deadly outbreaks began to occur and the outbreaks have been ongoing By July 2005, over 100 cases were confirmed in humans resulting in 60 deaths As the H5N1 Bird Flu Virus positions itself within the human population, it increasingly gains opportunities to mutate into a highly infectious human-to-human form And the process has already started There have been a few cases of human-to-human infection In one case, a child had caught the virus from a bird and became ill Her mother held her for 5 days until she died Shortly after, the mother became ill and died In another case, two nurses became infected after caring for sick patients who had been infected Human-to-human infections so far appear to only occur in cases where there is very close contact If the H5N1 Bird Flu finally does mutate successfully, it could be passed from person-to-person as easily as the common cold Because these types of diseases don't generally infect humans, our immune systems are not prepared to fight them We have no natural defense A pandemic occurs when an influenza virus like H5N1 mutates and spreads rapidly amongst the world population causing serious illness or death It can't be predicted, but with what we've learned from past pandemics and similar viruses, we can get a better idea of what to expect Famous Pandemics From The Past: * 1918-19, "Spanish flu," - More than 500,000 people died in the United States, and up to 50 million people may have died worldwide * 1957-58, "Asian flu," - 70,000 deaths in the United States * 1968-69, " Hong Kong flu," - 34,000 deaths in the United States One thing everyone suspects is that we are long overdue for a pandemic, which is believed to occur every few decades It has been more than 30 years since the last one The Symptoms Unlike some of the more feared diseases such as ebola or smallpox where the effects are striking, bird flu in humans can closely resemble any other kind of flu bug you pick up Fever, cough, sore throat, aches pains it's as simple as that In other cases there may be eye infections, pneumonia or severe respiratory problems Of course the biggest symptom of all would be death But it's also important to remember that in the US, about 100,000 people each year are hospitalized for your conventional holiday flu that we have all suffered from at one point or another, and about 36,000 die every year from it Symptoms really depend on which strain of influenza virus you have Because of the nature of H5N1 Bird Flu, it's potential to cause serious illness and death go beyond what our bodies can handle The incubation period for bird flu isn't well known, but symptoms generally begin appearing within 1 to 5 days after infection You must meet all of these conditions in order to entertain the possibility of having bird flu: - Temperature of 38 C / 1004 F - Cough, sore throat, breathing problems - A history of contact with infected animals and/or people or if you travelled to an infected area In North America, there is a lot of talk about planning preparedness, however, that's all it really is - talk A lot of countries have been stockpiling vaccines and putting on a brave face to prevent mass panic and rightfully so, but it's also known that there is a lot to this story which isn't being revealed Some may actually be choosing not to report outbreaks much in the same way as occurred with SARS The truth of the matter is that even with all our advancements in science, medicine technology, we are still vulnerable ]]></description>
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		<title>Bird Flu Fears</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 03:46:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Remember the good old days when a cold consisted of a runny nose, stuffed up sinuses, and a few aches pains? Or how about the flu? I remember as a kid, the worst horror story I ever heard of was someone having a week of diarrhea vomiting That was scary stuff, and not even so much in the fact that you would feel downright rotten, but the embarassment of it all Times have changed It seems every year you hear about some crazy new viral mutation or "superbug" sweeping into the population, ready and willing to not just make us sick, but to outright kill us Infectious diseases have always been a threat to mankind In the past 10 years we have seen many new reemerging diseases come to the surface - SARS, Monkeypox, Malaria, Tuberculosis, West Nile Virus, and the most popular of our time - HIV/AIDS A report from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases published a 10-year perspective where it showed that nearly 25% of all worldwide deaths are caused by infectious parasitic diseases That's about 15 million out of some 57 million annual deaths In comes "Bird Flu" Technically known as "avian influenza" H5N1, it is the latest infectious threat on the scene, making headlines around the world - and for good reason There have been reports that it could kill anywhere between 50% - 90% of those infected It's important to remember that opinions theories are going to vary because there just isn't enough data to work with in establishing a true perspective on what h5N1 could do We do know that out of 117 reported human cases, 60 were fatal That is indeed a scary number There is a lot of controversy over the numbers though Some scientists claim the threat of bird flu is much lower, while others predict a global outbreak in the very near future that could kill millions It appears to be yet another issue where the "experts" can only guess People become infected when they come into contact with infected poultry and poultry feces, usually during the process of slaughtering and preparing meat The World Health Organization reports though that this does not occur in everyone exposed though For many years it has essentially been a disease affecting birds, but over time managed to cross over into a threat to humans So why the worry? ]]></description>
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		<title>Faq About Avian Influenza (bird Flu)</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ In this article you can frequently asked questions about one type of bird flu, called avian influenza A (H5N1) that is infecting birds in Asia and has infected some humans Question: What is avian influenza (bird flu)? ]]></description>
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		<title>Rumsfeld To Profit From Bird Flu Hoax</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 May 2010 15:22:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ By Dr Mercola Finally, the pieces of the puzzle start to add up Not long ago, President Bush sought to instill panic in this country by telling us a minimum of 200,000 people will die from the avian flu pandemic, but it could be as bad as 2 million deaths in this country alone This hoax is then used to justify the immediate purchase of 80 million doses of Tamiflu, a worthless drug that in no way shape or form treats the avian flu, but only decreases the amount of days one is sick and can actually contribute to the virus having more lethal mutations So the US placed an order for 20 million doses of this worthless drug at a price of $100 per dose That comes to a staggering $2 billion We are being told that Roche manufactures Tamiflu and, ina recentNew York Times article, they were battling whether or not they would allow generic drug companies to help increase their production But if you dig further you will find that a drug was actually developed by a company called Gilead that 10 years ago gave Roche the exclusive rights to market and sell Tamiflu Ahh, The Plot Thickens If you read the link below from Gilead, you'll discover Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld was made the chairman of Gilead in 1997 Since Rumsfeld holds major portions of stock in Gilead, he will handsomely profit from the scare tactics of the government that is being used to justify the purchase of $2 billion of Tamiflu For more on the nonsense of the avian flu hoax, you'll want to review today's other post on the subject Finally Medical Journal Admits the Truth This week's British Medical Journal has an editorial on the bird flu in which they state the following:"The lack of sustained human-to-human transmission suggests that this AH5N1 avian virus does not currently have the capacity to cause a human pandemic" While they do go on to say the virus could mutate with the influenza A virus and has the potential to acquire the means for rapid human to human transmission, it does NOT have this ability now All the preparation and fear being created in the media is about a theoretical speculation Now I am a former Boy Scout and fully believe in being prepared, but this is nothing even close to following recommendations made by experts to New Orleans that if implemented would have saved 1000 lives and half a million homes and well over 100 billion dollars from Hurricane Katrina No this is all about creating fear and panic to benefit the drug companies Now, I am still not opposed to being prepared for this potential bird flu pandemic It is POSSIBLE it might materialize But if it did there is no way that the flu vaccine or Tamiflu will mitigate its damage No way If you want to know how to truly strengthen your immune system so will laugh when the flu bug or nearly any other infectious agent seeks to infect you, then start following the Total Health Programor read the quick tips I posted last year Gilead Sciences Inc ]]></description>
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		<title>Natural Colds Flu Prevention In 3 Easy Steps!</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 09:47:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Are you concerned and confused about the doom and gloom in the news relating to colds and flu, and in particular the potential killer bird flu (avian influenza)? We obviously want to protect our loved ones, so in this article I would like to suggest 3 quick and easy steps that we can all take to hopefully prevent these illnesses: 1) Hygiene: Do you know doctors and most health professionals wash and disinfect their hands between 40 to 100 times per day to ward off germs and infections? ]]></description>
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		<title>Roche Tamiflu: The Ultimate Weapon For The Treatment Of
Influenza</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 May 2010 23:24:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The onset of winter brings with it the danger of influenza or flu, the disease is gradually turning out to be a perilous epidemic and leaves the patient in vulnerable position The phenomenal rise in people suffering from flu is also a matter of concern for experts Defining Influenza or Flu : Commonly occurring in winters Influenza or flu is a viral infection of the nose, throat, bronchial tubes and lungs There are two main types of mutating virus: A and B Type A virus tends to cause more severe illness than type B Influenza affects people of all age groups but it is most Anyone can get influenza, but it is most serious in elderly, in people with chronic underlying illnesses such as cancer, emphysema or diabetes or in those with weakened immune systems The worst part of the disorder is its contagiousness; the disorder is highly transmittable, even a slight contact with droplets from the nose and throat of an infected person during coughing and sneezing is enough to get prone to the disorder Avian Flu and its Human transmission : Widely known as bird Flu, Avian influenza is an infectious disease of birds caused by type A strains of the influenza virus The influence of Avian Flu viruses is not common in species except for birds and pigs but the incident occurring in Hongkong in 1997 was a setback The H5N1 virus affected 18 people out of which 6 died H5N1 is of particular concern for several reasons H5N1 mutates rapidly and has a documented propensity to acquire genes from viruses infecting other animal species Its ability to cause severe disease in humans has now been acknowledged on two occasions Studies reveal that isolates from this virus have a high pathogenicity and can cause severe disease in humans Is Tamiflu a Savior? Approved by the FDA on October 27, 1999 Roche's Tamiflu (Oseltamivir Phosphate) is a medicine to treat flu Belonging to a group of medicines called Neuraminidase Inhibitors these medications attack the influenza virus and prevent it from spreading inside your body Tamiflu is highly effectual in treating adults, adolescents, and pediatric patients 1year of age and older with the flu whose flu symptoms started within the last day or two It is also handy in reducing the chance of getting the flu in people age 13 and older who have a higher chance of getting the flu because they spend time with someone who has the flu Tamiflu can also reduce the chance of getting the flu if there is a flu outbreak in the community Why Tamiflu]]></description>
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		<title>Finally Medical Journal Admits The Truth About Bird Flu</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2010 18:35:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The British Medical Journal recently featured an editorial on the bird flu in which they state the following: The lack of sustained human-to-human transmission suggests that this AH5N1 avian virus does not currently have the capacity to cause a human pandemic Theoretical Speculation While they do go on to say the virus could mutate with a influenza A virus and has the potential to acquire the means for rapid human to human transmission, it does not have this ability now; the preparation and warnings are entirely about a theoretical speculation No Lawsuits or Compensation Allowed Meanwhile, the Bush administration's proposed $71-billion pandemic flu plan seeks broad restrictions on lawsuits against producers of vaccines and antiviral drugs, and makes no mention of how those injured or killed by adverse reactions could be compensated Yesterday's Wired magazine does an excellent review of detailing why this plan will fail They conclude: "it will take at least five years to create enough manufacturing capacity to reach that goal Then it will take another eight months to create a new vaccine that combats the specific strain that would be killing people In other words, it would be 2011 at the earliest before every American could be vaccinated against a bird flu pandemic" The other, even more serious shortcoming of the plan is that it would protect vacineproducers and distributors except in cases of "willful misconduct," a term to be defined later Lawsuits Not An Undue Burden Bush has called "the growing burden of litigation" one of the greatest obstacles to vaccine production But critics have pointed out that lawsuits against vaccines are relatively rare; a recent study of the subject found only ten lawsuits related to flu vaccine over the past 20 years British Medical Journal October 29, 2005; 331(7523): 975-976Los Angeles Times November 4, 2005 Dr Mercola's Comment:Many enjoyed my breaking story on the connection of Donald Rumsfeld and the Bird Flu Hoax last month It was one of the most read stories I have ever run In fact it was widely passed around the internet and was posted by more than 100,000 websites It even prompted CNN to pick up the story This is an update tothe continuing bird flu sagaThe drug companiesgot a multi-billion dollar pile of cash, andwith the new legislation that was recentlypassed,they can't be sued no matter what they do, except for "willful misconduct", whatever that means This effectively allows them to collect a barrel of cash from this hoax and avoid any responsibility for the inevitable harm and damage that will result from their solution for this created villain Remember this is allfor a pandemic that will likely never materialize I am a former Boy Scout and fully believe in being prepared,however this is not even close to the recommendations made byexperts to New Orleans prior to Hurricane Katrina, that if implemented would have saved 1,000 lives,500,000 homes and well over $100 billion No, this is all about creating fear and panic to benefit the drug companies Now, I am still not opposed to being prepared for this potential bird flu pandemic It is POSSIBLE it just might materialize, highly unlikely, but certainly possible But ifbird flu did develop as projected, there is no way that the flu vaccine or Tamiflu will mitigate its damage No way! If you want to know how to truly strengthen your immune system so you will laugh when the flu bug or nearly any other infectious agent seeks to infect you, then start following the Total Health Program or read the quick tips I posted last year: First, start focusing on eating properly That means avoiding: Fast foods Sugars Grains Trans-fats Additionally you can increase the healthy and essential fats like the omega-3 fats found in fish and cod liver oil: Those of you who read the newsletter regularly know I'm a fan of the Carlson's brand of fish oil and cod liver oil, as I have seen clear and often substantial improvements in my patients who use it Plus, Carlson's fish and cod liver oil is one of the few brands that put the extra vitamin E in it for you straight from the get-go, so you don't have to take extra vitamin E if you don't want to You can find Carlson's fish or cod liver oil at your local health food store, or, for your convenience, on my Recommended Products page section Also, be sure to increase the good carbohydrates like those in vegetables, and the healthy proteins like those in clean, naturally raised meats (ie, NOT the kind you typically find in grocery stores) That means learn your metabolic type as soon as possible so you know what proportion of fats, carbs and proteins are ideal to build your immune system Additionally, if you are to successfully prevent the flu, it is also important to: Exercise regularly, Get enough sleep, Address stressors, Wash your hands regularly ]]></description>
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		<description><![CDATA[ No wonder people call it the miracle oil! Look at these benefits Virgin coconut oil is a medium-chain fatty acid (MCFA) which has numerous health benefits Here are some, based on several studies: o It has antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial properties Virgin coconut oil contains lauric acid , which is considered to be very helpful preventing infections caused by viruses, protozoa and bacteria Lauric acid and its derivative monolaurin are both reckoned to be effective in destroying viruses such as HIV, herpes, influenza and cytomegalovirus You can read a related report on this at: Virgin Coconut Oil - HIV Report o It increases metabolic rate Virgin coconut oil stimulates metabolism and provides an immediate source of energy When you add coconut oil into your diet, you burn off more calories because your metabolism increases Hence, it's always a great idea to integrate virgin coconut oil into your healthy weight-loss plan o It's healthy for your skin Applying virgin coconut oil to your skin shall help your skin soft and smooth It is also believed to help prevent skin cancer, premature aging and wrinkling of your skin Above are only a few examples of the benefits of virgin coconut oil Studies have proven also that it's a great cure for many diseases and an amazing solution for many health problems If you want to discover more benefits of virgin coconut oil, I suggest you read the summary at: the Benefits of Virgin Coconut Oiland you'll be amazed ]]></description>
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		<title>Eight Strategies To Avoid The Flu</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2010 12:39:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ It is that time of year when the Flu is flourishing in the workplace, classrooms, hospitals, and homes The influenza virus differs from the common cold in the sudden onset of symptoms These are severe headaches, fever, chills, muscle aches and sometimes, nausea and diarrhea The following are some strategies to stay healthier, this flu season Get the flu shot There are three types of flu However, the type A virus is constantly changing which tricks the body into believing that it is fighting a new virus The flu shot is the best line of defense in fighting the flu which is most prevalent Stay home when ill Even though the common mode of thought is to drag our bodies to work when we are sick, it is not necessarily the best mode of thought Studies have shown that sick and ill workers actually reduce productivity which costs the company money, not to mention the inconvenience to other workers who are infected Use your sick time Wash your hands frequently The key to removing germs, which could spread infection, is soap, water and friction Wash your hands briskly and frequently Keep a hand sanitizer on your person or near you, when a restroom is not readily available Eat yogurt or take a supplement containing probiotics Probiotics are nature's friendly germs A large percentage of immune cells, that ward off disease, live in our digestive tract Keeping a larger percentage of probiotics or beneficial bacteria to harmful bacteria in our intestines helps to ward off colds and flu Hydrate your environment, inside and out Keep a few bowls of warm water around your house to increase moisture inside your house Drink six to eight glasses of water a day A lack of adequate hydration lowers the immune system making you susceptible to colds and flu Drink tap, purified or spring water Distilled water contains no minerals Eat a rainbow of fruits and vegetables Colorful berries provide a natural mix of antioxidants Orange vegetables are a great source of beta-carotene Citrus fruits are rich in vitamin C Thinking in terms of a rainbow of color, of different fruits and vegetables, will ensure that you get the vitamins necessary for good health Make sure to get adequate sleep The average American subsists on two hours less sleep, a night, than our ancestors Studies suggest that most of us require a little more than eight hours of sleep a night Lack of adequate sleep causes our bodies to produce fewer antibodies, resulting in a lower immune system Adequate sleep is crucial to good health Have a regular exercise regimen Moderate exercise, thirty to sixty minutes, three times a week helps boost immunity An exhaustive workout can suppress the immune system for the short term Find an exercise regimen that works for you All of these strategies will help you to live a healthier life, as well as provide protection against the flu Try and make these strategies a part of your everyday life and you should be rewarded with less colds and flu when the flu season hits ]]></description>
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		<title>Six Ways To Reduce Cold And Flu Symptoms</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ There are little things we can do everyday to stay healthy Sometimes, despite our best efforts, we catch a cold or flu Antibiotics are ineffectual in treating viruses However, there are some alternative methods we can use to lessen flu and cold symptoms Here are six: The Old Standbys Chicken soup has been proven, over the years, to ease symptoms of the flu Garlic contains immune boosting substances Recent studies have shown that garlic may also have an effect on pain reduction Add a bulb of garlic, onions or leeks and celery to your chicken, when making chicken stock Freeze it and keep it on hand for use when cold or flu symptoms hit Echinacea While echinacea is no longer the favored herb used to prevent colds and flu, studies have shown that, if taken at the onset of a cold or flu, echinacea can be helpful in reducing symptoms Vitamin C Current studies show no evidence that vitamin C, taken in large doses, can ward off a cold However, a vitamin C supplement can reduce the amount of time you have a cold There is no need to take huge doses of vitamin C The extra amount will just wash out of your system Andrographis While relatively new to the United States, Andrographis has been shown to help prevent or reduce the symptoms of a cold It is believed to stimulate the immune system It contains qualities that are helpful in reducing a fever without causing stomach upset Elderberries The elderberry, as a medicine source, can be traced back to the time of Hippocrates Tests have shown that elderberries suppress the growth of influenza Patients who were tested on elderberry extract recovered faster than those on a placebo This little berry has received a lot of attention, to date and is currently one of the favorite means of treating cold and flu symptoms, naturally Astragalus This is sometimes called " nature's antibiotic" It has been used for over two thousand years in China This herb is believed to fight off pathogens, in the body, while building up the immune system As an Asian medicine, it is prescribed for a host of different ailments Astragalus can be taken daily to help boost the immune system or taken at the onset of cold or flu symptoms to lessen the duration or symptoms While all of these natural treatments are helpful in easing or preventing symptoms of cold and flu, do not take all of them at once More is not necessarily better Use whichever treatment best suits your symptoms or what is readily available, in your area If you are on any prescription medication or aspirin therapy, please work with your doctor to find the best herbal remedy for you As always, if symptoms persist for more than seven days, consult your physician ]]></description>
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